Benzina

4.8

618 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Local neighborhood Italian restaurant serving seasonal salads, family-style appetizers, Neapolitan-inspired pizza, handmade pastas, entrees prepared on a Mibrasa Charcoal Oven, and classic desserts, alongside complementing cocktails, local breweries and approachable domestic and international wines. The restaurant is set in a converted gas station with bocce courts and urban planters alongside an outdoor dining patio.

Additional information

Location
4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205
Phone number
(303) 399-2352
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniele Bolognini

Popular dishes

Aperol Spritz$15.00
Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda
Hugo Spritz$15.00
Elderflower, Mint, Lime, Soda, Prosecco
Limoncello Spritz$15.00
Limoncello, Prosecco, Club Soda
Classic Negroni$16.00
Gin, Campari, Trincheri Rosso
White Negroni$16.00
Gin, Alessio Blanco, Cocchi Americano
Benzina Old Fashioned$16.00
291 Bourbon, Meletti Amaro, Amaretto, Angostura
Gin or Vodka Martini$16.00
Belle Chasse Vodka or Bluecoat Gin Blue Cheese Olives + $1
Strawberry Fields$17.00
Mezcal, Strawberry, Ginger, Lime, Egg white
Passion Fruit Martini$17.00
Vodka, Passionfruit, Vanilla
Classic Margarita$15.00
Tequila, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime
Top Shelf Margarita$18.00
Tequila Ocho, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime
Italian Margarita$15.00
Tequila, Nonino Apertivo, Lime
Spiced Pear Margarita$16.00
Mezcal, Pear, Lime, Agave
Blueberry Cosmo$16.00
Vodka, Blueberry, Cranberry, Lime
Rosemary Empress Gimlet$16.00
Pea Flower Gin, Lime, Rosemary Simple
Fall Fashioned$16.00
Aged Rum, Apple Cider, Angostura
Strawberry Basil G&T$15.00
Gin, Strawberry, Basil, Tonic

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry Limeade$6.00
Club Soda, Lime, Grenadine
Phony Negroni$12.00
Non-Alcoholic Negroni Alternative
0.0$8.00
Strawberry, Lime, Mint, Club Soda
Princess Peach$8.00
Club Soda, Peach, Lime

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina Prosecco$15.00
Prosecco, Italy NV
Poggio Costa Sparkling Rose$15.00
Veneto, Italy
Tenute Sella Rosato$14.00
Piedmont, Italy 2023
Vignetidel Sole Pinot Grigio$14.00
Verona, Italy
La Chiara Gavi di Gavi$16.00
Piedmont, Italy
Roeno Chardonnay$14.00
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
San Vincente Vermentino$15.00
Tuscany, Italy
Vietti Barbera D’Asti$16.00
Asti, Italy
Regaleali Nero D’Avola$14.00
Sicily, Italy
Carpineto Chianti Classico$16.00
Tuscany, Italy
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00
Sonoma Country, California

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian Pils$9.00
Denver, CO 4.9%
Stem Cider Pear Apple$8.00
Lafayette, CO
Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax Lager$8.00
Denver, CO 4.5%
Snake River “Jenny Lake” Lager$8.00
Snake River, WY 5.3%
Westbound & Down IPA$10.00
Denver, CO 7.0%
Westbound & Down Hazy IPA$10.00
Denver, CO
Great Divide Oktoberfest$10.00
Denver, CO
Great Divide Denver Pale Ale$8.00
Denver, CO 5.0%
Menabrea Lager$8.00
Biella, Italy 4.8% (bottle)
Heineken 0.0 (NA)$7.00
Holland (can)
Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)$7.00
California(can)

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice Martini$16.00
Vodka, Pumpking Spice Liqueur, Coole Swan
Tiramisu Espresso Martini$16.00
Vodka, Espresso, Tiramisu Liqueur, Mascarpone

What 618 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Italian
Denver
Best Food
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benzina is a standout in Denver's dining scene, celebrated for its "amazing dining experience." Located in a converted gas station, it offers "delicious food" with "exceptional service." The "spicy soppressata pizza," "cauliflower," and "panna cotta" are must-tries. Guests enjoy the vibrant vibe, attentive staff, and engaging open kitchen.

618 Reviews

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Lisa VIP
San Francisco10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just such an amazing neighborhood gem! We need to make sure to support and keep opn. Such a great mix of special menu items. I am not a vegetarian but I could eat all the cauliflower and Caio e pepe bread everyday! The pizza and pastas just delicious and cocktails hot the spot!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was amazing. What is missing from so many restaurants in Denver- our table wasn’t ready so they offered wine while we waited. The food was delicious and worth the trip
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Colette
Denver19 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Packed on a Friday night and I made a reservation as I waited, and still had to wait another 15 minutes to be seated. Glad they're so busy! The harvest salad was delicious, as was the bread -- piping hot. The Margherita D.O.P pizza, however, was disappointing. Flavorful as all get out, yes. Not enough cheese (one piece didn't have any). But the biggest issue was the crust. It was delightfully puffy and browned around the edges, but the middle was literally wet. It was so soggy you literally couldn't pick it up. You had to cut it and it was floppy and draped over your fork. I love this place, so I'm hoping it was just an off night for the ktichen.
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Carrie VIP
Denver3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous! Can’t wait to go again. The Cacio e Pepe dip with the bread was out of this world. Thank you!
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Christopher
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bread with pancetta and trout Caesar were unbelievable. So, so good. Loved my rosemary empress gimlet as well. The apps were so good they outshined our black truffle risotto and beef cheek ravioli. One hundred percent will go back of given the opportunity. Loved our server - Charlie was a delight.
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cindy VIP
Denver11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food in Denver!! The chicken is outstanding. The Pizza is out of this world. The arincini is spectacular. The beef tartar is the best!!
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Karen VIP
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's our favorite restaurant in Denver! We love the mushroom pizza and cesar salad with smoked trout - wow! And their cocktails are the best. A place we hope will continue to prosper!
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Warren VIP
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic again! Our favorite restaurant in Denver. Hopefully, destructive progressive policies can be overcome, and the Benzina is able to stay open.
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Jody VIP
Denver25 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious meal and amazing service. Cocktails were unique and delicious, the pizza was light and fresh, arancini was a tasty and interesting bite, and the Caesar salad with trout is not to be missed! Our server was incredible - warm, friendly, and attentive. Overall, wonderful meal and experience and REALLY hope to return.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best pizza in Denver! Great ambiance and drinks too!
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FAQs

Benzina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Benzina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 399-2352.

Benzina is rated 4.8 stars by 618 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205

Additional information

Phone number
(303) 399-2352
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniele Bolognini

Benzina

Make a reservation

Additional information

Mushroom

Margherita DOP

Ravioli

Cocktails

Aperol Spritz$15.00

Hugo Spritz$15.00

Limoncello Spritz$15.00

Classic Negroni$16.00

White Negroni$16.00

Benzina Old Fashioned$16.00

Gin or Vodka Martini$16.00

Strawberry Fields$17.00

Passion Fruit Martini$17.00

Classic Margarita$15.00

Top Shelf Margarita$18.00

Italian Margarita$15.00

Spiced Pear Margarita$16.00

Blueberry Cosmo$16.00

Rosemary Empress Gimlet$16.00

Fall Fashioned$16.00

Strawberry Basil G&T$15.00

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry Limeade$6.00

Phony Negroni$12.00

0.0$8.00

Princess Peach$8.00

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina Prosecco$15.00

Poggio Costa Sparkling Rose$15.00

Tenute Sella Rosato$14.00

Vignetidel Sole Pinot Grigio$14.00

La Chiara Gavi di Gavi$16.00

Roeno Chardonnay$14.00

San Vincente Vermentino$15.00

Vietti Barbera D’Asti$16.00

Regaleali Nero D’Avola$14.00

Carpineto Chianti Classico$16.00

Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian Pils$9.00

Stem Cider Pear Apple$8.00

Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax Lager$8.00

Snake River “Jenny Lake” Lager$8.00

Westbound & Down IPA$10.00

Westbound & Down Hazy IPA$10.00

Great Divide Oktoberfest$10.00

Great Divide Denver Pale Ale$8.00

Menabrea Lager$8.00

Heineken 0.0 (NA)$7.00

Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)$7.00

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice Martini$16.00

Tiramisu Espresso Martini$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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